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What’s included in the Illinois seller disclosure form?
Below is a section-by-section summary of the kinds of things you’ll be asked to disclose when selling a home in Illinois. Note that this is just an example and not a comprehensive list — your actual form may differ.
Occupancy and insurance
Whether the seller has lived in the property within the last 12 months
Whether the seller currently carries flood hazard insurance
Flooding, drainage, and foundation issues
Known flooding or recurring leakage in the basement or crawl space
Whether the property is located in a floodplain
Material defects in the basement or foundation (including cracks or bulges)
Roof, ceilings, and chimney
Leaks or material defects in the roof
Problems with ceilings or chimney structures
Interior structure and surfaces
Material defects in walls, windows, doors, or floors
Electrical system
Known material defects in the electrical system
Plumbing, water systems, and water quality
Material defects in the plumbing system (including water heater, sump pump, treatment systems, sprinkler systems, or swimming pool equipment)
Material defects in any well or well equipment
Unsafe conditions in drinking water
Heating, cooling, and ventilation
Material defects in the heating system
Methamphetamine production
Whether the property has been used
Download and print our Disclosure Litmus Test
Use this link to download a printable checklist (62KB) to prepare for completing the Illinois seller disclosure form. The questions on this Seller Disclosure Litmus Test reflect the types of details and issues you may need to reveal about your home — and what buyers expect to know.
Check off anything that applies to your Illinois property. If you’re unsure about something, make a note to ask your real estate agent or investigate further. The goal is to help you think through what needs to be documented and disclosed during the sale process.
